Lot no. 8144

1868: Single rate entire letter from Milan to Yokohama, Japan franked by 1867 20 c. blue, London printing, four single examples (Sassone L26) all tied by '17' numeral obliterators with 'Milano' despatch cds at left (May 20). Red oval 'P-D' and British P.O. 'Alexandria' cds of transit (June 5) on obverse. Reverse with Brindisi cds (May 30), HONG KONG transit cds (July 14) and British P.O. YOKOHAMA cds of receipt (July 28). A fresh and fine entire to a scarce destination. Cert. E. Diena (1988).